49 Degrees North Ski Area vs Mt. Baker Ski Area

49 Degrees North Ski Area (Washington) and Mt. Baker Ski Area (Washington) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

Stat49 Degrees North Ski AreaMt. Baker Ski Area
Vertical drop1,857 ft (566 m)1,476 ft (450 m)
Summit elevation5,761 ft5,105 ft
Base elevation3,904 ft3,629 ft
Lifts710
Runs8447
Beginner terrain25%19%
Intermediate terrain37%57%
Expert terrain38%24%
Night skiingNoNo

49 Degrees North Ski Area has the bigger vertical (1,857 ft vs 1,476 ft); 49 Degrees North Ski Area has more runs (84 vs 47); 49 Degrees North Ski Area skews more expert (38% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
49 Degrees North Ski AreaIndy Pass: 2 days
Mt. Baker Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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